Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

Mr. Justice McMenamin gave a High Court judgment and the board is considering its options and the response it can make. Press reports have stated that an appeal to the Supreme Court is likely. My understanding of the basic issue in the judgment is that while a solicitor can be employed by the client, costs of the solicitor will be borne by the client rather than the board. The Personal Injuries Assessment Board, as a litigant in the case, has its own rights and entitlements and is taking legal advice on the matter.

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